January 22,
2010
We are gearing up for our 100th day of school...only 13 school days left to
go! The kids are looking forward to the celebration and I can't wait to
see their collections.
Stop by Photos page and take a peek at the Snow Kids. They are quite
cute!! I will be adding some pictures next week from all of our snowy
adventures in class. Stop back then to take a peek!
Happy Weekend!
Michelle Gagné
January 15, 2010
Happy New Year (a bit belated)!!! These past two weeks since break
have gone by so quickly and I haven't had a chance to update the site...next
week--I promise!
I will be adding pictures from our fun winter projects as well as everyone's
favorites--the snowkids!
Have a great weekend!
Michelle Gagné
December 18, 2009
Before I head home for my long winter's nap (vacation), I just wanted to wish
everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy new year! The kids
are filled with so much excitement. Over the past few weeks, we have
discussed many holiday celebrations. One common thread is "family."
May you enjoy this special time with your families (and friends).
The pictures from The Great Gingerbread Man Hunt and Polar Express Day are on
the
Photos page. ENJOY!!
See you in 2010!!
Michelle Gagné
December
11, 2009
Guess who came to visit today??? Here's a clue: he's small, brown,
runs really fast and smells delicious? Yep, it was the Gingerbread Man!!!
He had us chasing after him all over the school. Did we catch him??
You'll have to visit the Photo Album to find out.
Polar Express Day is on Tuesday, December 15. Be sure your child gets his
favorite pair of pj's ready for the big day. I will post some pictures of
the fun-filled day next week.
Please continue to enjoy the magic of the season!
Michelle Gagné
P.S. I have had many people ask how I created the Santa's Helper slide
show! While I would love to take credit for being incredibly clever, it
was just a PhotoBucket slide show! I hope you enjoyed it!
December
1, 2009
Holiday Greetings, Everyone!
The kindergartners can't wait for the flakes to start falling (again) and for Santa's
arrival!
The "Pilgrims" and "Indians" had a wonderful time at our feast last week.
Stop by the Photo Album to check out the pictures!
Oh, and you just have to see "Santa's Helpers!!" Visit the Photo Album and
you'll get to meet them. I think you'll really like think they are cute!
Over the next two weeks, we are reading many versions of the classic tale of the Gingerbread
Man. We will compare/contrast them and decide which book was our favorite.
He'll be stopping by sometime soon which will have us chasing his sweet-smelling
trail.
Enjoy this special time of the year!
Michelle Gagné
November 17, 2009
The Fifties are Nifty! Stop by to take a peek at the pictures from our
fabulous 50's day!
Enjoy the rest of the week!
Michelle Gagné
November 3, 2009
Chilly November Greetings! We are getting ready for Thanksgiving and working
on our "Long Ago and Today" social studies unit.
Speaking of “long ago,” our
50th day of school is fast approaching and we’ll be joining our
first grade buddies in Mrs. Cuy’s class for a “Fifties Day” next
Wednesday, November 11! We’ll rock around the clock, have fun with
some multi-level activities involving the number 50 and even make a drink that
could have been served on the set of Happy Days! We need to dress the
part!Girls may want to dig up cardigans and skirts to wear; a pair of jeans
(with the cuffs rolled up!) and a white tee shirt would suit the guys very
well. Don’t forget pigtails and hair gel! Of course, bobby sox would complete
the look for both! Please don’t buy a thing – we just want to have fun and
learn about the “good ol’ days.” More information to follow... It’s sure to be
a fun filled day!
On the Photos page, you'll find pictures from our PumpK1n Day and our
Halloween party! Enjoy!
I look forward to meeting with all of you soon for our parent-teacher
conference.
Michelle Gagné
October 23, 2009
Happy Halloween! Well, not quite yet but the kids sure are getting
excited!
We've sure been busy this month. We have studied the five senses, farm
life, pumpkins, apples, the seasons and fall! It's been fun and the
children continue to amaze me each day. They are truly a delightful class
and I am very blessed.
We had a VERY soggy, cold day at the farm last week. However, the
kids were real troopers. They didn't complain (well, maybe once or twice)
and still were able to see everything. A HUGE thanks to all of our
chaperones. You were wonderful and I was lucky (and oh so thankful) to
have you there. The pictures are in the Photo Album so be sure to stop by
and take a peek!
This week we also made a "sharecrow" and
planted bulbs in the Hilton Habitat. The birds and other wildlife will be
very happy as our sharecrow provides them with food over the cold winter months.
We'll keep restocking him! There are pictures in the photo album
so you can see him come to life!
The pictures from Apple Day and our visit to the habitat are on the photo album.
There were a few glitches with the photo show but it's all fixed now.
Refresh
button: I wanted to remind you to always hit the "refresh" button (it
looks something like the image pictured above) on your browser when you return
to our website (on each page you visit). Occasionally, updates don't show
up unless you hit that button.
Enjoy the beautiful colors of the season!
Michelle Gagné
September
15, 2009
September greetings! We are off to a FANTASTIC start to our year. The
children have done a great job learning all of the routines and procedures.
And I am loving teaching all day kindergarten!!!
Aren't their bee hats cute? Leif's mom bought them for everyone.
They will be our "bee smart" hats.
The website is all updated for this school year so you'll want to check out the
different pages. On the Photos page, you will get to meet the class and
see some fun pictures from our first few weeks together.
I hope your child loves coming to school!
Enjoy the sunshine, fall will be here far too soon,
Michelle Gagné
August
17, 2009
A big, happy welcome to the new school year! I would especially like to
welcome the newest Brecksville Bees: the kindergartners! I am very busy getting
our classroom ready and can't wait to meet you next week. Be on the
look-out for something "buzzing" your way in the mail really soon.
I now invite you to explore the website. Remember that some parts
still need to be updated to reflect this new school year. I didn't have
access this summer to do the updates. Pretty soon, the Photo Album will have
lots of pictures of the new kinders so be sure to stop back.
Enjoy your last week of vacation!
Michelle Gagné
June 15, 2009
The room is all packed and I'm ready for my summer vacation! Hopefully
you are enjoying the first few days of yours. The pictures of our last
day of school are in the Photo Album. Stop by and take a peek! We sure had fun!
Thank you again for a wonderful year. I appreciate all of your
support...you have very special children.
Enjoy every second of the summer...it always goes by far too quickly.
I'll see you in August!
Michelle Gagné
June 2, 2009
Over the long, Memorial Day weekend, our butterflies hatched. Luckily,
I decided to bring them home just incase. Stop by the Butterflies page and take
a peek at the first one to hatch.
It was great seeing all of you at the Butterfly
Open House last week. Hopefully you enjoyed all of the Kid Pix projects.
It was fun seeing all of the kids with their t-shirts on. They really
enjoyed this project and working with their third grade buddies.
As you know, we released our butterflies last week. I have placed the
pictures in the photo album. Take a peek!
Well, only 6 more days to go! We'll be visiting the first grade classrooms
on Thursday. Then, next Tuesday is Relay Day and Wednesday is the last
day. Be sure to read all the information coming home regarding those last
two days.
I will be posting the pictures from our last day of school. Stop back next
Thursday or Friday to see them.
Michelle Gagné
May 22, 2009
We are currently "waiting for wings!" All of our caterpillars spun their
chrysalis and each day the children run in hoping to see a butterfly flying
around in the net. Maybe after the long weekend?
Stop by the Butterflies page to see the chrysalis' as well as some newly posted
photos of the kids working with their third grade buddies.
The pictures are up from our Mother's Day Celebration. Please visit
the Photo album to take a peek.
We are looking forward to our Butterfly Open House next Thursday, May 28.
Remember, we will be in the computer lab. The times are as follows:
AM Class...7:00-7:30
PM Class...7:30-8:00
Don't forget to have your child wear his/her butterfly t-shirt that evening!
Happy Memorial Day!
Michelle Gagné
May 13, 2009
Have you been to the Butterflies page yet to check in on our caterpillars?
If not, hurry and go see! Visit the Photos link at the top and click on
"Butterflies."
They are really close to spinning their chrysalis!
Michelle Gagné
May
5, 2009
Our caterpillars have arrived!! You should have heard the squeals
today! Visit the Photos page and click on Butterflies. You will be
able to watch them as they go through the life cycle and turn into butterflies.
Be sure to stop back every few days to see the changes.
Michelle Gagné
April 24, 2009
Happy Spring!! Isn't it great to see the sun shining and have the warm
weather back?
The morning class just returned from our field trip. As we traveled
along on the train, we were able to see all kinds of signs that spring has
arrived. They enjoyed their trip and the afternoon class should as well
next Friday.
I have posted some pictures from our Leprechaun Hunt from March. I
have been neglecting the website a bit so they are a little late being posted.
Enjoy them!
Next week, our caterpillars will be arriving. There will be an
"observation spot" where you can watch them go through the life cycle.
Our moms will be coming next Friday, May 8 for our Mother's Day Celebration!
The kids are so excited.
Enjoy the sunshine!
Michelle Gagné
March 13, 2009
Gosh, I cannot believe it has been so long since I updated the website!!!
February was the busiest month of the year and March sure blew in quickly!
This week, we welcomed our student teacher, Heather MacNaughton, from Baldwin
Wallace. We are very excited to have her here until the beginning of May.
Happy Spring (almost)!
Michelle Gagné
January 23, 2009
Wow! We asked for some snow and we got it!! We are having a
blast working on our winter unit. Did you know that in just 13 more school
days we'll be celebrating our 100th day of kindergarten?? I can't wait to
see the projects that the kids have been working on. Also, don't forget to
mark your calendars for our upcoming Open House on Thursday, February 19.
Take a peek at some of our fun winter pictures in the Photo Album.
Enjoy the snow!!
Michelle Gagné
January 5, 2009
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! The kindergartners are getting back into the swing of
things! It was great hearing all about their vacations and of course, what Santa
brought!
Stay warm,
Michelle Gagné
November 4, 2008
It's Election Day! Did you vote yet? The kids will be participating
in a mock election today. We have been discussing the election and the two
candidates for President. It is going to be an exciting day!
In the Photo Album you will find pictures from our Halloween party last
Thursday. It was a "spook"tacular day! A big thanks to all the
parents who helped make it a success.
It's hard to believe that a quarter of our year is over already. We have
been having so much fun and there is so much more to come! Remember that
kindergartners only get report cards twice a year (January and June).
Therefore, your child won't be bringing one home this Friday. However, I
am looking forward to discussing your child's progress at our upcoming
conference.
Enjoy the beautiful weather and remember to vote!
Michelle Gagné
October
15, 2008
We had a wonderful time at the farm!! We couldn't have had more
perfect, beautiful weather. The pictures from our fun day are on the
Photos page. Please stop by and take a peek.
I hope your child has logged onto the Earobics site to access the phonemic
awareness software. If not, please have your child do at least 2 sessions
per week. If you have misplaced your child's username and password, please
let me know and I'll send home another copy.
Refresh
button: I wanted to remind you to always hit the "refresh" button (it
looks something like the image pictured above) on your browser when you return
to our website (on each page your visit). Occasionally, updates don't show
up unless you hit that button.
Enjoy this beautiful season!
Michelle Gagné
October
3, 2008
Happy Fall!! We are just beginning to see the first signs of this
beautiful season. This week we sure got a taste of the cool, crisp weather!
The kindergartners are eagerly waiting for our field trip to Boyert's Farm.
The morning class will be going next Friday, October 10. There will be no
school that day for the afternoon class. The afternoon class will be going
on Monday, October 13. There will be no school that day for the morning
class. Be sure to stop back after we return to see the pictures from our
fun-filled day. If you haven't returned your child's permission slip
and the $6.00 fee (a check payable to Boyert's Farm), please do so by Monday,
October 6.
If you need another slip, please go to the Newsletters page and print
another.
The pictures from Apple Day are on the Photos page. Be sure to stop by
and take a peek.
Enjoy the weekend!
Michelle Gagné
September 12, 2008
We are off to a terrific start to our year! The kids are doing a
fantastic job getting into the "swing of things!" We are having a lot of
fun getting to know one another!
Refresh
button: I wanted to remind you to always hit the "refresh" button (it
looks something like the image pictured above) on your browser when you return
to our website (on each page you visit). Occasionally, updates don't show
up unless you hit that button.
I have added the birthdays to the "Class" link and there are photos from
phase-in and our first few days
of school on the "Photos" page. Additionally, if you misplace our
monthly calendar or a newsletter, you can print a replacement by visiting the
"Parents" page. Lastly, you can download a copy of the 2008-2009 Hilton
calendar on the "School" page. Remember, there are occasions when dates
are changed.
Have a fantastic weekend!
Michelle Gagné
June 6, 2008
Look out summer...here we come!!!
I can't believe our year has come to an end. We had a great time at
our parties yesterday. Visit the Photo Album to take a peek at the
pictures.
Well, the room is packed and I am ready to go. It was a great year and I
am looking forward to next. I will greatly miss the kids and hope they
visit often.
Have a safe and happy summer!
Michelle Gagné
P.S. I will not be updating the website again until August. Stop
back then to meet the new kindergartners!
May 14, 2008
It was a very special day on Friday for the kindergartners. Thanks to
all of the Moms and Grandmas who attended our Mother's Day Celebration. I
hope you enjoyed all of the special things the kids made for you and of course,
the song! The kids are still singing "A You're Adorable!" Visit the
Photo Album to take a peek at the pictures from the day...they are really sweet.
The morning kindergartners released their butterflies yesterday. Luckily,
it was a beautiful, sunny day. They had so much fun in the Hilton Habitat
and many of them were thrilled when a butterfly landed on them! I created
a page highlighting the event. Visit the Photo Album and click on Bye-Bye
Butterflies to view the pictures. The afternoon class will be releasing
the next batch of butterflies. Currently, they are in the chrysalis stage.
Our duck is still sitting on her nest outside. It should be soon that we
should see some ducklings!!
Just a reminder...next Wednesday, May 21 is our Butterfly Celebration. See
you then!
Michelle Gagné
May 6, 2008
We have a butterfly!!! She hatched from her chrysalis last night or early
this morning. It was a wonderful surprise for the kids today! Please
visit the Photo Album and take a peek. You will need to click on the
Butterflies button. Would you like to see a video of a Monarch butterfly
hatching from its chrysalis? Click on the butterfly below to follow the
link. It will take you to the video...it's really cool!!
Michelle Gagné
April
25, 2008
The caterpillars have arrived!!! The kids are beyond excited and are
observing them closely. Visit the Photo Album and click on the Butterflies
link to take a peek at them. You will be able to see them changing each
day as they go through the phases of metamorphosis.
Next week, I will be placing pictures of the kids with their butterfly buddies.
We are looking forward to our Mother's Day Celebration coming up on May 9.
Have a great weekend!
Michelle Gagné
April
11, 2008
Spring is in the air!! This past week has been beautiful. The kids
are so excited to be able to get outside and play! I am excited because it
marks the end of boots, gloves, hats and zippers!!
We met with our third grade buddies last week for the first time and it went
very well. The kids look forward to getting together with them. The
morning class was quite disappointed yesterday because we had a power outage
during their time in the computer lab. We were able to go today to start
our Kid Pix project.
Our caterpillars will be arriving the week of April 21. I will have an
"observation spot" on the Butterflies page (in the Photo Album) where you can
watch them go through the phases of development.
I hope you have marked your calendars for all of our exciting upcoming dates:
May 9...Mother's Day Celebration
May 21...Butterfly Open House
May 22...AM Field Trip to the Zoo
May 23...PM Field Trip to the Zoo
Lastly, the Reading Road Trip and the Leprechaun Hunt pages are complete.
Please visit the Photo Album to take a peek.
Happy Spring!!
Michelle Gagné
March 14, 2008
Spring Greetings, Everyone! It's been a long time since my last update.
With all of the short weeks we have had due to the snow days, I have been trying
to catch up!
I am almost finished with the 100th day page and should have it up early next
week. I am also going to begin working on a page for Right to Read Week.
It was a great week and the kids enjoyed all of the activities. Teachers,
I am also almost finished completing the Class Books page...finally!
Enjoy your spring break. Hopefully some
of you will be able to get away and enjoy some warmer temperatures somewhere.
Upon our return to school (on March 31), we will begin working on our
collaborative butterfly unit with the third graders. More information will
be coming home soon.
Happy Spring (almost)!
Michelle Gagné
January 28, 2008
In only 7 more school days we will be celebrating our 100th day of kindergarten!
YIPPEE! The kids are getting so excited to share their collections.
Open House is next Thursday, February 7. All of the collections will be on
display for all of the families to see.
I have finished the BRRR! page. Stop by the Photo Album to take a peek.
See you at Open House next week!
Michelle Gagné
January 18, 2008
BRRR! We are in store for some chilly weather this weekend. It's the
perfect time for you to take a peek at the Snow Kids! Visit the Photo
Album to see them.
We spent this week working on a snow unit. We examined snow crystals and
then conducted a science experiment where we got to see some growing. The
kids thought it was really "cool!" I am almost finished with the BRRRR!
page in the Photo Album. You'll be able to see some pictures of them.
Enjoy the long weekend and bundle up!
Michelle Gagné
January 8, 2008
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! The kindergartners are getting back into the swing of
things! It was great hearing all about their vacations and of course, what Santa
brought!
Take a peek at the Photo Album. I have posted the pictures from The Great
Gingerbread Man Hunt!
Stay Warm!
Michelle Gagné
December 20, 2007
Before I head home for my long winter's nap (vacation), I just wanted to wish
everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy new year! The kids
are filled with so much excitement. Over the past few weeks, we have
discussed many holiday celebrations. One common thread is "family."
May you enjoy this special time with your families.
See you in 2008!!
Michelle Gagné
P.S. The pictures from Polar Express Day are on the Photo Album page.
Pictures from The Great Gingerbread Man Hunt and our Holiday Parties will be up
after vacation.
December
5, 2007
Warm Holiday Wishes!
The kindergartners can't wait for the flakes to start falling and for Santa's
arrival!! The kids have made some wishes...please visit the Photo Album
and click on "Dear Santa," to view them.
On Friday, we will be boarding the "Polar Express" in our classroom for some fun
with my favorite book. Please be sure your child wears his/her pj's to
join in the fun. I will be placing some pictures from the day on Photo
Album early next week.
Enjoy this very special time of the year!
Michelle Gagné
November 20, 2007
The Pilgrims and Indians had a wonderful time at our feast today. Stop by
the Photo Album to check out the pictures!
Have a wonderful, happy Thanksgiving!
Michelle Gagné
November 19, 2007
WOW!!! It has been a whirlwind of Thanksgiving activities around here! We
had two great days of "switch-a-roo's" with Mrs. Ciolek's class. Tomorrow
is our big feast! The kids can't wait. Today they decided if they
will be a Pilgrim or an Indian. Please stop by tomorrow to see the
pictures. They will be posted before I leave for the holiday break.
The Halloween pictures are posted on the Photo Album page. The costumes
are "spooktacular!"
On the Parents page, I added a link to a flashcard maker. It looks like a
great resource for you.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your families!
Michelle Gagné
October
30, 2007
Hi again! I just wanted to let you know that I finished the farm pages in
the Photo Album today. Stop by and take a peek at all the great pictures!!
Can't wait to see everyone's costumes tomorrow!!
Michelle Gagné
October
29, 2007
Happy Halloween!!!
On Wednesday, the kids will be having their Halloween party at school. We
will be parading around the school prior to the parties for everyone to see our
costumes. Please be sure to read the newsletter coming home on Tuesday,
October 30 for information regarding the costumes.
I am still sorting through all of the pictures from the farm. Over 200
were taken!!! I need to crop all of the them and then create the pages for
the photo album. They should be complete by the end of the week.
I did finish the Chicka Chicka and the Apple Fun pages in the Photo Album so be
sure to stop by and take a peek!
Enjoy the fun week!!
Michelle Gagné
October
16, 2007
The morning kindergartners just returned from their trip to Boyert's Farm!
They had a lot of fun and I can't wait for you to see the pictures. Check
back later this week to view them.
Have a great week!
Michelle Gagné
October 11, 2007
A big sunny welcome to the 2007-2008 school
year! If this is your first visit to my website...welcome!! If you
are a returning visitor you can see the site has a whole new look. Thanks
so much for remaining patient while I worked out all of the major problems that
I had along the way!
Enjoy your visit!
Michelle Gagné